Groton, CT, Connecticut
Groton - John J. Capone, Sr., age 77, of 622 Military Highway, Groton, passed away on Saturday, March 20, 2010, at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Fla.
He was born in New London on Dec. 1, 1932, the son of Michael and Anna DeLia Capone.
John was veteran of the Korean War serving in the Army Signal Corps and on the ski patrol in the Colorado mountains.
He had owned Mike's Junior restaurant in Groton in the early 1950s.
He was the Claims Manager at Pfizer for many years until his retirement.
John was an avid artist, scrimshander and builder of half hull models. He had been the President of the Young Democrats from 1954 to 1955, served on the Groton Representative Town Meeting and had been the director of the Groton Elks Youth Activities Committee. John had been a member of the Pfizer Players appearing in the play, Fiddler on the Roof.
John is survived by two sons, Michael J. Capone and his wife, Deborah, of Lyme and John J. Capone, Jr. and his wife, Rene, of Groton; his best friend, Wendy Capone of Mystic; four grandchildren, Michael and Matthew Capone, Christina M. Bills and John J. Capone, III; and one great-granddaughter, Isabella Bills.
Visiting hours will be held from 11 until 2 p.m. on Saturday with prayers at 1:30 p.m. at the Byles-Groton Memorial Home, 310 Thames St., Groton. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be directed to Babies Heart Run, c/o Navy Federal Credit Union, Gungywamp Road, Groton, CT 06340.
Dear Capone Family,
Many years have passed since we've seen each other but please know I feel your loss especially having grown up in Groton and having been a part of the Pfizer family with all of you. I know this must be a tough time for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Alanna Delaporta-Malinowski
March 29, 2010 | Voluntown, CT
To all of the Capone's,
Wishing we were there with you at this time of loss. To hold your hand, to give a hug, to laugh, to cry, to remember. John will be missed by all. He touched so many people in so many different ways. Our heart is with you. Love always,
Kim, Vince & family
Kim Kelley
March 28, 2010 | Fremont, CA
Dear Mike,John, Wendy and Families, Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies on your loss of John. John and I go back a long way as I rented an apartment on Denison Ave from his mother in 1960. We also had many mutual friends and shared many good times which are good memories for me. I will keep John in my prayers and thoughts. Please call upon me if I can be of any help during your most difficult time. Sincerely, Roland Straub and Family.
March 28, 2010
To The Capone Family
Our love and prayers go out to you all. John was always blessed with a great sense of humor and I'm sure leaves many happy memories.
Love to you all, Pat & Bill Rabitaille
Bill & Pat Rabitaille
March 27, 2010 | Amelia Island, FL
My thoughts and prayers are with you All.
Barbara Ericson
March 27, 2010 | Griswold, CT
Uncle John, you will be sorely missed... When you get to heaven, give Grandma and Aunt Sabina a big hug for me, and give my Mother a big kiss and tell her I miss her. Your loving Nephew, Gerry
March 27, 2010
To my cousins, Johnny and Michael: I know the loss of a father, and I know how much you loved yours. May this difficult time bring your family closer and remind us all of how our time should be spent with each other. Love to you, your families, and your mom. Wishing you comfort in your memories and each other, Deb, Rich, Ross & Tucker
Burr Family
March 26, 2010 | Old Lyme, CT
Capone family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of your father, grandfather and great grandfather. May the happy memories warm your heart and help you through your grief. God Bless,
Trevor, Denise & Sandy Bills
Trevor,Denise & Sandy Bills
March 26, 2010 | Voluntown, CT
Dear John and Rene',
My condolences to you both and your family. May your memories bring you peace in this time of sorrow.
Your friend,
Kurt
March 26, 2010